{"id":16001,"date":"2024-09-19T10:08:31","date_gmt":"2024-09-19T16:08:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/?p=16001"},"modified":"2024-09-19T10:08:31","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T16:08:31","slug":"act-study-plan-create-yours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/act-study-plan-create-yours\/","title":{"rendered":"ACT Study Plan\u2014Create Yours!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Crafting an ACT Study Plan can feel like a daunting task if you are unsure where to disperse your ACT test prep efforts. In our last blog, we discussed the importance of reflection as an ACT test-taking strategy for diagnostic tests in evaluating areas of strength and growth, which will be key in shaping your study efforts. You can find that blog <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In this blog, we will look at the various factors that can mold your ACT prep plan and give you a sample of what an example plan could look like on the way to improving your ACT test score.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step One: Evaluate Your Strengths and Opportunities<\/b><\/h3>\n

Taking a diagnostic test like the one offered in Peterson\u2019s test prep course can help you identify subject areas for the ACT that need fortification and ones you are already proficient at. Based on your results, you should ask yourself:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. What are my score goals?<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Is there a minimum score I want to achieve?<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Are my goals even across test subjects or am I aiming to perform better on a particular section of the ACT?<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. How can I best divide my study time to address my score goals?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Analyze your diagnostic test scores and think about your performance on each of the individual sections of your diagnostic test, writing down areas of improvement, challenges, and goals.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Step Two: Identify How Much Time You Can Commit Weekly to ACT Study<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Determine how much time you have before the exam, how often you can study, and for what amount of time. Let’s say a potential test taker has a total of 25 hours total to devote to studying they could divvy up their time like this:<\/span><\/p>\n